Quote by Oscar Wilde

He to whom the present is the only thing that is present, knows nothing of the age in which he lives.

He to whom the present is the only thing that is present, kn

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who are solely focused on the present moment are unaware of the historical context and advancements of their time. By disregarding the past and the future, they fail to appreciate the progress, changes, and innovations surrounding them. It implies that understanding the age one lives in requires an awareness of the past, an anticipation of the future, and a recognition of how these factors shape the present moment.

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